The father of a National Guard member shot in a suspected terror attack in Washington D.C. has delivered the heartbreaking news that his daughter will not survive her injuries.
Father's Heartbreaking Bedside Update
Gary Beckstrom provided the devastating update on Thursday from his daughter Sarah's bedside, just one day after she was shot in the apparent terror incident. "She has a mortal wound, it's not going to be a recovery," he told the New York Times while holding his daughter's hand. The emotional father emphasised the finality of the situation during what may be his last moments with his daughter.
Second Guard Member in Critical Condition
Beckstrom was attacked alongside fellow West Virginia National Guard member Andrew Wolfe, aged 24, who authorities describe as being in critical condition following the shooting. The two service members were targeted in what investigators are treating as a suspected terror attack in the nation's capital.
Suspect in Custody at Hospital
The alleged attacker, identified as Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal, was injured during the shooting and is currently receiving medical treatment while under police custody at the hospital. Authorities continue to investigate the motive behind the attack and the circumstances that led to the shooting of the National Guard members.
This remains a developing story with ongoing investigations into the suspected terror attack that has left one service member facing mortal injuries and another fighting for survival.
